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Mortification of the Flesh by John Owen

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Mortification of the Flesh

Christian Life  by 
John Owen

How can we really overcome temptations?
The book Mortification of the Flesh published by John Owen demonstrates the necessity for Christians to wage a life-long war against the wicked tendencies that linger in us despite our conversion to faith and new life in Christ. He recognizes that the only way to win the battle is through faith in Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit. Temptations abound in times long before and through this book practical and helpful solutions are presented. It reintroduces God’s compassion and grace. It has never been easier to comprehend the marvelous love by mortifying the flesh. This is a powerful read that demonstrates God at action and comes from a time when self-mortification was easier due to the severity of more people’s circumstances.

Gospel according to Jesus by Dr. John MacArthur

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Gospel according to Jesus

Christian Life  by 
Dr. John MacArthur

Gospel according to Jesus is an internationally acclaimed and award-winning book that confronts the easy beliefs occupying some quarters in the evangelical Christian for the past 50 years. It is a true Christian classic that is acknowledged by Christians worldwide as a clear and powerful representation of the Gospel, making it a significant contribution to the Christian faith and literature. Discussed in churches, institutes, groups and homes, the book tackles and challenges easy beliefs, to re-evaluate the commitment to Christ through assessing the fruits of this commitment and strength of the belief to withstand obstacles. John McArthur urges people to understand the meaning of being saved, that it is more than just a conversation; it is an opportunity to change a life, it is about lifelong commitment and obedience to Jesus as Lord. The book is provocative, intense and offers a fresh perspective on the relationship between faith and work.

What Jesus Demands from the World by John Piper

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What Jesus demands of the World

Christian Life  by 
John Piper

John Piper curates the many demands of Jesus from the four Gospels in his book What Jesus Demands from the World. The book begins with John introducing the demands in a redemptive and historical context and then examines these demands as he makes progress. The book is written in a thoughtful and accessible manner, making it meditative for believers who want to know more about Jesus. Piper argues that the four Gospels are filled with demands from Jesus which is a way of showing what he expects from us. These are not harsh demands with a selfish origin and intent to control but rather directions for good and satisfaction. It can be said that these loving demands are a treasure of trust. This book is a perfect guide for new believers as well as mature believers to whom it serves as a reminder to refresh their faith in God’s plan.

William Law: Selections from A Serious Call to a Devout and Holy Life by William Law

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Serious call to a Holy Life

Christian Life  by 
William Law

The book is a serious call to the cynical men of our age, encouraging them to take part in the arguments in favour of spiritual life. William Law challenges piety that originates from broken traditions/ He focuses the conversation on Christian perfection that is intrinsically woven with a simple set of rules governing life. He investigates the ideas of the Christian life, Christian tenets, secular and spiritual establishments. He proclaims God gives a direct call for obedience and a living a life centered around, rather than just confining God to merely forgiveness in response to forgiveness. He implores understanding ignorance, inability, commitment and intentions in fresh and vivid prose. He concludes by stating a Christian life is a life completely lived for God. An influential book and a prominent author, Law’s prayers, holiness, stewardship, pride, humility and services shine through, making it relevant today and successful in inspiring contemporary readers.

Don’t Waste Your Life by John Piper

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Do Not Waste Your Life

Christian Life  by 
John Piper

John Piper displays the truth of life in his book, a truth many shy away from. He declares the supreme excellence of God as the highlight of a devoted Christian’s life. Hence, neglecting this passion is being wasteful. He further builds his case by underlining the importance of prayer, thinking and dreaming as God calls us for. John observes the people in the modern world, slipping away from the truth, from the passion as they become enchanted by diversions giving them comfort and pleasure. He wrote this book, both as a warning and as a guide; a warning to not get caught up and a guide to challenge his readers to live for the glory of God, to follow a singular passion. This is a perfect book for people who hope to return on the path of passion as well as people looking for inspiration to build a stronger faith.

God Entranced Vision of All Things by John Piper

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God Entranced Vision of All Things

Christian Life  by 
John Piper

When you hear the Word of God, what message is etched in your heart? Is it the fear of eternal damnation in hell, or is it the eternal life in Heaven with Him?
This book is a compilation of 10 essays written by different persons examining the works of Jonathan Edwards. It is divided into three parts. The first part examines the life and legacy of Edwards. The second part looks at the positive and negative lessons extracted from his teachings. And the third part is written by three Edwards scholars who delve deeper into his most influential and demanding works.
Some of what Edwards wrote are hard to understand, while some can be understood but are simply hard to accept. May this work help us understand and accept the truths Edwards shared about salvation and our position in Him.

God’s Passion for His Glory by John Piper

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God’s Passion for His Glory

Christian Life  by 
John Piper

This book is an exposition of the essay written by Jonathan Edwards titled, “The End by which God created the World.” In that dissertation, Edwards proclaimed that God’s ultimate end is to manifest His glory in the happiness of his creations. In this book, John Piper explores the relevance of the truth presented by Edwards to our lives as Christians today.
This exposition has two parts. The first part is a eulogy to Edwards by Piper explaining the impact of the former on the latter’s life. The second part is like reading Edward’s work through someone’s formatted book with all the explanatory footnotes, definitions to obsolete words and philosophical ideas, and highlights of the most important sections. Piper presented this 300-year-old writing in a manner that a modern man can understand. May this book help us understand a treasure that may be old but is still a treasure.

Desiring God by John Piper

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Desiring God

Christian Life  by 
John Piper

A perfect study guide for individuals and groups, Desiring God shatters paradigms relating to God in a very dramatic manner, altering common perspectives. In the book, John piper unveils the reality of a choice we are given; between duty and delight, declaring that there is no need to choose the first place because a follower of Jesus considers duty as delight, finds delight in duty similar to the magnified presence of Christ in His people when they are satisfied in Him. Drawing from scripture, Piper demonstrates the directly proportional relationship between the pursuit of joy and glorifying God, building his case by offering discussions on the implications of this conversation on worship and suffering, love and prayer, marriage and missions. Turning the Christian world upside down, Piper beckons us to be free to enjoy Jesus – as a Savior and soul-satisfying treasure because the pursuit of pleasure in God is essential.

Natural Law in the Spiritual World by Henry Drummond

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Natural Law in Spiritual World

Christian Life  by 
Henry Drummond

This book is an important scholarly publication that is noted as culturally important. The book is a brilliant discourse on thought-provoking subjects that require careful deliberation. An evangelist, missionary and naturalist, Henry Drummond was a student of mathematical sciences before he dedicated himself to Christianity. He utilized his position as a lecturer on natural science at the Free Church College to share his faith as often as possible. It is in the preparation of these lectures that Drummond wrote this book as he explores religion and spirituality and their correlation to the natural world. He argues that the disconnect between these worlds is just an illusion and contrary to popular belief, faith does not conflict with science. The timeline in which this book was written, just a decade after Darwin bought forth Origin of Species; Drummond’s recalibration of this theory of evolution in light of God’s purposes is quite remarkable.

Ideal Life by Henry Drummond

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The Ideal Life

Chrstian Life  by 
Henry Drummond

Prefaced with memorials by evangelist W. Robertson Nicoll and theologian Ian Maclaren, a collection of sermons, this book is a celebration of the life of a prominent evangelist and an influential Scottish scholar, Henry Drummond, which his family published in his honor. In the book, Drummond addresses the paramount topics of the nature of Christ, sin, human guilt and salvation, as well as providing solutions for Christians through which they can lead pious lives that please God. Attempting to determine God’s will for one’s life is a monumental task in itself and it is often difficult, Drummond suggests, stressing upon the essentiality of prayer as it is a direct channel to listen to God’s voice and discern his leading. Addressing such critical matters of life in a warm tone, Drummond’s humble and cozy character shines through his work and heartfelt messages, making him very popular and admired by young people.